The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), a part of the ruling NDA, reaffirms its opposition to the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and vows to continue its legal fight in the Supreme Court. The party’s stance, despite its alliance with the BJP, asserts its commitment to address concerns related to the CAA and its dedication to the welfare of those affected.
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Today,19th April,The Supreme Court sought responses on labeling the CAA rules as “Anti-Constitutional,” addressing concerns of fairness and constitutionality. Petitioner Hiren Gohain argues that the rules lead to demographic shifts and infringe upon fundamental rights. The plea aims to protect the rights of the indigenous population in Assam, emphasizing the urgent issue of illegal migration.
Harish Salve, addressing critics of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), emphasized that the law’s objective isn’t to resolve issues within Islam. He clarified that the CAA aims to address the plight of persecuted minorities in neighboring Islamic countries. NEW DELHI: On April 19th (Tuesday): Renowned lawyer Harish Salve emphasized that those criticizing the Citizenship Amendment […]
Supreme Court of India, under the leadership of Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud with Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra is set to hear a series of petitions challenging the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) of 2019. The Supreme Court of India, under the leadership of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud with Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra is set to […]
The AIMIM president, Asaduddin Owaisi, has approached the Supreme Court seeking a suspension of the Citizenship Amendment Rules until the court decides on the petitions challenging the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019. Owaisi, among other petitioners, urges a directive to halt the Act and the rules, highlighting concerns about its impact and legality.
Today, Kerala CPI MP Binoy Viswam strongly opposes the implementation of the divisive Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), arguing it undermines India’s secular values. He is actively challenging the CAA legally and politically, criticizing its impact on secularism and equality. Viswam is committed to defending the secular fabric of India against such divisive laws.
Debabrata Saikia, Leader of Opposition in Assam, has filed an Interlocutory Application before the Supreme Court On 13th March, challenging the regulations and Citizenship Amendment Act. Saikia argues that the act’s classification based on religion and country of origin violates constitutional principles and the Assam Accord. He requests a halt to the act’s implementation, citing potential harm and constitutionality violations.
Today (12h March): The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) has filed a petition before the Supreme Court to suspend the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) due to widespread protests against the legislation. The CAA provides a path to Indian citizenship for migrants from specific religions in neighboring Muslim-majority nations, triggering opposition and demonstrations resulting in over 100 fatalities.
The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) aims to grant citizenship to religious minorities from neighboring countries who have settled in India and lack proper documentation. It introduced religion as a criteria for Indian citizenship for the first time, sparking nationwide protests and criticism for discriminating against Muslims. The act is set to come into effect soon, despite ongoing controversy.
On 17 Feb 2024, Delhi’s Karkardooma Courts rejected bail for Sharjeel Imam, a prominent figure in the Anti-Citizenship Amendment Act protests. Despite serving four years, the court refused his plea due to the cumulative nature of his charges, marking a pivotal moment in legal interpretation and setting a precedent for similar cases. This decision fuels the ongoing debate on national security versus individual rights.